An empirical study of product differences in consumers' E-commerce adoption behavior

Abstract This research investigates product differences in the overlooked context of individuals’ adoption of E-commerce. A theoretical model of consumers’ E-commerce adoption intention is developed and tested. Consumers’ behavior is studied. The results show that when considering purchasing goods, as compared to services, over the Internet, consumers’ E-commerce adoption decisions are more strongly influenced by their perceptions of risk. In contrast, when considering purchasing services over the Internet, consumers’ E-commerce adoption decisions are more strongly influenced by their perceptions of ease of use. Specific recommendations for practitioners regarding the adoption of E-commerce in product (physical goods) businesses and service businesses are also offered.

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